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Uganda 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $3.59
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Uganda Airtel 5G

Traveller reviews

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Pablo M.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya M.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Uganda. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Uganda. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie

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Chloe R.

Portugal · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Chloe! So happy the Uganda eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken

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Lucas M.

Thailand · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Lucas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Laura 💜

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Diego H.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Uganda. – Ken 💜

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Lucas D.

Egypt · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Uganda. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lucas! So happy the Uganda eSIM kept you connected. — Anna

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Anna T.

Italy · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Uganda. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark

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Noah R.

Indonesia · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Noah! So happy the Uganda eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜

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Grace C.

Singapore · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Grace! So happy the Uganda eSIM kept you connected. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid N.

Australia · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama in Uganda. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma

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Nguyen W.

Netherlands · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Nguyen! So happy the Uganda eSIM kept you connected. – Yuki 💜

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Mei K.

New Zealand · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz F.

Singapore · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Uganda. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Beatriz! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Omar

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Giulia N.

Brazil · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Giulia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Diego 💜

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Min-jun M.

UAE · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! So happy the Uganda eSIM kept you connected. – Mark 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Uganda eSIM cost?

The Uganda 500MB/Day plan costs $3.59 for 500 MB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Uganda eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Uganda.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Uganda.

Comments & questions

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Lucia M. · 1 week ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Lucia, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei H. · 2 weeks ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Mei — not at purchase. – Sara 💜

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Camila L. · 2 weeks ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Camila. — Anna

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Elena R. · 1 month ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Elena, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh K. · 4 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Linh! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo K. · 6 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Pablo, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna D. · 7 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Anna, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Diego 💜

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Arjun R. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Arjun! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Mark 💜

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Sven R. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sven, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Priya 💜

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Camila K. · 9 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Camila, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Priya 💜

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Ravi G. · 9 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Ravi! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia T. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Olivia, on 4G/5G where available. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support